OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Chris Sneed, R-Fort Gibson, secured House passage of Senate Bill 1319, a measure aimed at helping homeowners respond to serious environmental contamination affecting their property. 

SB1319 creates a process through the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to address environmental emergencies, including contamination from substances such as oil or brine. The measure allows affected homeowners to apply for assistance to stop the source of contamination, clean up impacted areas, and in some cases, receive fair market value for their property. 

The bill also establishes the Remediation Assistance Revolving Fund to support cleanup efforts and ensure resources are available to respond quickly when these situations arise. 

"This gives homeowners a path forward when something goes wrong that’s completely out of their control," Sneed said. "When contamination hits your property, you shouldn’t be stuck waiting and wondering what happens next. This sets up a clear process to respond, fix the problem and help people move forward." 

Sen. Avery Frix, R-Muskogee, is the Senate author of the bill.  

"This legislation ensures no homeowner is left without support when contamination threatens their property. I’m proud to see this bill once again advancing to offer needed protections and assistance to Oklahomans," Frix said.

SB1319 passed the House floor and now returns to the Senate to review and approve House amendments before heading to the governor’s desk.